Royal Antwerp near signing Japanese winger Koki Ando

Royal Antwerp Football Club is close to completing the signing of 18‑year‑old Japanese winger Koki Ando.

The player transferred earlier this year from RKU Kashiwa High School to J2 League side Mito HollyHock.

The transfer comes as Antwerp continues activity on the market despite an unsettled ownership situation.

The sporting department is focusing on affordable deals to reinforce the squad.

Ando, described as a pocket winger, made his professional debut with Mito HollyHock after leaving his high‑school team.

At 18, he is eligible for further development in a European environment.

Antwerp hopes the addition will provide depth on the flanks ahead of the upcoming season.

The club expects to announce the completion once paperwork is finalised.